Construction Project Manager Jobs in Colorado

Construction Project Manager jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins, where major general contractors and development firms like Hensel Phelps, Weitz Company, and Mortenson Construction maintain strong hiring pipelines. The most in-demand specialties are commercial and mixed-use development, public infrastructure, and healthcare facility construction, reflecting Colorado's sustained building boom across the Front Range. Demand reaches from entry-level assistant project managers to senior leaders overseeing large public-works portfolios. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles94
Top employerBurns & McDonnell
Top cityDenver, CO
Cities hiring31
Work type57% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Construction / Landscape Project Manager
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Construction / Landscape Project Manager
ENVIRONMENTAL LOGISTICS
Denver, Colorado
Construction Management
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
$65k - $85k/yr
On-Site

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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Cost Management Construction Project Analyst – Graduate Development Program
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Cost Management Construction Project Analyst – Graduate Development Program
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Denver, Colorado
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$70k - $98k/yr
Master's degree in construction management
201-500

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State of Colorado
(Auraria) Director of Construction Project Management
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(Auraria) Director of Construction Project Management
State of Colorado
Denver, Colorado
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$130k - $145k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
1,001-5,000

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Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Project Management Construction Project Analyst – Graduate Development Program
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Project Management Construction Project Analyst – Graduate Development Program
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Denver, Colorado
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$70k - $98k/yr
Master's degree in construction management
201-500

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Landscape Construction Project Manager
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Landscape Construction Project Manager
Higher Ground Landscapes
Arvada, Colorado
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$80k - $120k/yr
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Construction Project Manager Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Colorado Springs
6 jobs
Englewood
5 jobs
Centennial
4 jobs
Aurora
2 jobs
Golden
2 jobs
Lakewood
2 jobs
Henderson
2 jobs
Littleton
2 jobs

Construction Project Manager Job Market in Colorado

A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell5 open roles
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MBACSi4 open roles
Connico
Connico4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Energy

What Colorado Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in construction project manager jobs across Colorado.

  • Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent credential recognized in Colorado
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field
  • Proven experience managing commercial, infrastructure, or multifamily construction projects from start to finish
  • Proficiency with scheduling and project management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Bluebeam
  • Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, budgets, and project timelines simultaneously
  • Strong knowledge of Colorado building codes, OSHA safety standards, and permit processes

Construction Project Manager Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a construction project manager in Colorado?

The most direct path is earning a bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering, then gaining field experience as an assistant project manager or project engineer. Colorado does not issue a state-specific construction project manager license, but most employers expect a Project Management Professional (PMP) credential from the Project Management Institute, or the Construction Manager in Training (CMIT) designation offered through the Construction Management Association of America. Demonstrating experience with Colorado-specific building codes and permit workflows strengthens any application.

How much do construction project managers make in Colorado?

Construction project managers in Colorado earn a median of about $124,830 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,160 for the lowest 10% to over $191,450 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire construction project managers in Colorado?

Companies currently hiring construction project managers in Colorado include Burns & McDonnell, MBACSi, and Connico, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's sustained growth in healthcare facilities, transit infrastructure, and mixed-use development keeps large general contractors and specialty subcontractors actively recruiting across the Front Range.

Which Colorado cities have the most construction project manager jobs?

Denver, Colorado Springs, and Englewood have the most construction project manager openings in Colorado. Denver dominates due to its concentration of large general contractors, major hospital expansions, and public transit projects, while Colorado Springs and Fort Collins generate consistent demand through military infrastructure, university growth, and commercial development tied to their expanding populations.

Are there remote construction project manager jobs in Colorado?

Yes, but they're rare. Construction project management is fundamentally an on-site role requiring direct oversight of crews, inspections, and subcontractors. About 43% of construction project manager openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to be in pre-construction planning, estimating, or program-level oversight roles that don't require daily site presence.

How can I get hired as a construction project manager in Colorado with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is an assistant project manager or project engineer role at a large general contractor. Colorado firms like Hensel Phelps and Mortenson Construction hire new graduates into structured field training programs where you rotate through scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and cost tracking. Completing a Construction Manager in Training (CMIT) designation and building a portfolio of internship or co-op projects strengthens your candidacy significantly. Lateral moves from estimating, field superintendent, or owners-rep assistant roles are also common pathways in.

Where can I find and apply to construction project manager jobs in Colorado?

You can find and apply to construction project manager jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your experience and specialization, and apply directly to each opening that fits your background.

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